Let’s Talk About Tech Tools for ELA Workstations

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After seeing all of the Read Across America posts this past week, I decided to focus my post this month on reading. I want to share some ideas on using technology to support reading instruction in ways that follow strategies and the science of reading framework. The science of reading framework includes the latest research … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: TeachVid – Part 2

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In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to TeachVid. We discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework using TeachVid in your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions for using this tool and shares classroom ideas.  TeachVid:  When you arrive at TeachVid, click Get Started to log in. You can view … read more »


Celebrate National Foreign Language Month

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Learning another language is not only learning different words for the same things, but learning another way to think about things. Flora Lewis March is National Foreign Language Month—a time to recognize the cognitive and cultural benefits of learning foreign languages. Studying languages builds communication skills and strengthens mental flexibility, critical thinking, and problem-solving across … read more »


Leveraging Podcasts to Boost Active Listening in the Classroom

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UNESCO recognized World Radio Day on behalf of its member nations in 2011; then, in 2013, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the day internationally. This annual recognition focuses on raising awareness of radio as a means of communication, information, and entertainment. In many respects, podcasts are like radio broadcasts. Both deliver audio content to … read more »


Tech Tool of the Month: eMargin – Part 2

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In Part 1 of this blog, we introduced you to eMargin and discussed applying the SAMR Model and the Triple E Framework to using this tool in your instruction. Today’s post offers detailed instructions for using eMargin and shares classroom use ideas.  eMargin:  When you arrive at eMargin, click the gray button that says It’s free to use and … read more »